A Okay-pop act’s title observe isn’t at all times the very best music on their album, even when it’s the one most individuals will hear. Typically, b-sides deserve recognition too. Within the singles-oriented world of Okay-pop, I wish to highlight a few of these buried treasures and provides them the props they deserve.
It’s been over a month since I final featured a “buried treasure” on the weblog, and to be sincere I’m stretching the definition with this music. Nonetheless, IVE’s second album is certainly one of February’s most notable releases and it’s obtained just a few strong tracks as b-sides so I believe it warrants dialogue. They undoubtedly selected the precise title observe, however Hush (숨바꼭질) would make a pleasant selection for additional promotions.
Hush opens on a somewhat reserved notice because the percussion step by step builds up. Its refrain continues this sense of construct, teasing us with a whispered “hush hush” earlier than Liz hits us with a type of spiralling excessive notes that appears to straight reference the group’s previous hits. From right here, the beat turns into extra sturdy because the observe adopts a fab Y2K-esque sound. It’s the uncommon music that really grows stronger because it goes. The instrumental turns into extra dynamic and fast-paced, lending the straightforward melodic strains extra weight. It might use an enormous climax in order that the music ended on a excessive, however works as a continuing tease that pulls you in at each flip.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8.25 |
Grade: B